How to Build Body Systems Models for Kids
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Wondering how to build body systems models? Read on for directions for the circulatory, digestive, immune, musculoskeletal, nervous, and respiratory systems. (more…)
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How to Build a Simple Respiratory System Model
To learn how to build a respiratory system model, try these directions. Then add an information sheet and graphic organizer. They make teaching body systems as easy as 1-2-3! (more…)
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How to Build a Nervous System Model with Kids
Wondering how to build a nervous system model with kids? Try using a diagram of the brain and an electric circuit. Then follow up with an informational text and graphic…
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Musculoskeletal System Activities You’ll Love to Teach
Looking for musculoskeletal system activities? Read on to learn how to build a model of the muscular and skeletal systems. When kids construct a human hand, they begin to understand…
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How to Build an Immune System Model for Kids
Wondering how to build an immune system model in your classroom? Try this simple analogy. Then follow up with an information sheet and graphic organizer. They make body systems as…
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How to Build a Digestive System Model with Kids
How can you build a digestive system model with kids? You can use common household items to simulate the process. (more…)
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How to Build a Circulatory System Model with Kids
Learn how to build a circulatory system model with kids. For this this DIY activity, you’ll need a glass jar, balloon, flexible straws, and a cup. When you add an…
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Space Science Activities for Kids – Teaching Astronomy
Try teaching astronomy with space science activities that help kids conceptualize size, distance, motion, and composition of objects inside and outside of our solar system. When kids study natural phenomena…
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How to Build a True Solar System Model
Build a solar system model! Why? First, it helps kids understand relative sizes, distances, and motion of nearby objects in space. Second, they explore the complex relationships between the Sun,…
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How to Teach Solar System Objects – Planets, Asteroids, Moons
Teach solar system objects in a different way. Instead of the standard planets research project, try something new! In this set of activities, kids learn about the Sun, planets, moons,…
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Finding Evidence of the Revolution of the Earth Around the Sun
Find evidence of the revolution of the Earth around the Sun in everyday things. First, study the length and direction of shadows. Second, analyze patterns of day and night. Finally,…
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What Causes Seasons – Teaching About Earth’s Tilt and Orbit
What causes seasons? The Earth rotates on its axis at a 23.5º angle from the Sun. When the Sun’s rays are more direct, it is warmer. Therefore, changes in the…
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